Fireworks over Grant Park during Taste of Chicago. Upon sampling the array of food selections at Taste of Chicago, festival attendees will slowly make their way to the Petrillo Music Shell for the pre-fireworks entertainment. Beginning at 7:30 pm, the 85th Army Band will dazzle the audience with their harmonious sound.

Following the conclusion of the 85th Army Band’s performance, spectators will direct their attention to the award-winning fireworks display that will last for 20 minutes as 101.9 THE MIX broadcasts their soundtrack to compliment the show in the background. The view of the show is best throughout Grant Park, and museum campus to the south, as each explosion of color in the sky, along with the musical accompaniment, builds up to the grand finale.

3rd of July Fireworks
Location: Grant Park & Lakefront / Columbus Dr. & Jackson Blvd.
Dates: Jul 3, 2009
Hours: 7:30 pm - The 85th Army Band / 9 pm - Fireworks (20 minutes)
Admission: FREE

Note: Fireworks fans staking their plot of land at the festival will not be allowed onto Taste grounds until 10:45am on July 3.